When you are ready to shop for supplements, please take the following points into consideration:

* Join ConsumerLab.com to find out which brands of supplements they have tested.
* Read the label on the bottles. Ingredients for the supplements should be from organic sources whenever possible.
* Dietary Supplements should be tested for toxic substances and any kind of contamination such as lead or mercury.
* Look for hypoallergenic products if you have sensitivity problems. Avoid wheat, yeast and corn.
* Look for an expiration date and make sure the product is fresh. If there is no expiration date on the label, buy something else.
* Dietary supplements are not regulated, so the amount of the nutrients that are claimed on the label might be different than what is really in the pills. Contact the lab that makes the vitamin supplements and ask them how they test their products. A good company will have professionals who can answer your questions. If you don't get an answer, you may wish to find another company.
* You may also check with the store to see if they are sure of the supplements' quality.

If you have questions about a certain brand, don't be afraid to look up their contact information, call them and ask about the five points above. Reputable supplement labs will have answers and documentation available for all your questions. Keep in mind that some of the highest quality products are only available through health care providers.

Please suggest if you have any other points to be noted